| Acronym | Meaning |
| MMIC | Monolithic Microwave Integrated Circuit |
| LAOS | Light Amplifying Optical Switch |
| SCD | Self-consistent Dipole (approxn.) |
| CFRP | Carbon Fiber Reinforced Plastic |
| ISST | International Subcommission On Stratigraphic Terminology |
| ESC | Environmental Stress Cracking |
| OCE | One-center Expansion (SCF MO Method) |
| NOE | Nuclear Overhauser Enhancement |
| CAD | Computer-Aided Design |
| TFTR | Tokamak Fusion Test Reactor |